Tom Muyunga-Mukasa

Patient Leader

Location

Kampala, W

Nominations

The blogs have become sensational reference points in Africa especially because they are well written, they engage readers. The regularly updated blogs cover HIV/AIDS, development, Youth issues, Life-span counselling and guidance, housing, livelihood, politics, human rights, writing and one can go back to them anytime. — Tom

Since 1997 to date, Tom is a perennial human rights defender from Uganda. He has ensured people living with HIV do not face stigma and discrimination. He has advocated for LGBTIQQ and sex-workers to access health services. He is also a development worker and has pioneered an online platform anonymously reaching out to persecuted LGBTIQQ. — Tom

Tom's dedication to uplifting others and his humble ways at doing community development work is what makes him reach out to so many people. Tom uses his hands, head, legs and pockets to do work when many may express revulsion. From caring for people living with HIV in Uganda to refugees in Kakuma Refugee camp in Kenya, Tom has a helping hand there. — Tom